Eating food is one of the greatest blessings from Allah (SWT), and Islam teaches us to express gratitude for every meal. One of the beautiful Sunnahs of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) is to recite the Dua After Eating, thanking Allah for providing sustenance.
The dua after meals is short, easy to memorize, and carries immense blessings. It helps in strengthening faith (Iman), gaining barakah (blessings), and increasing gratitude towards Allah.
In this article, we will discuss:
✅ The authentic dua after eating (in Arabic, English & transliteration).
✅ Hadiths related to the supplication.
✅ Benefits of saying this dua after meals.
✅ Common mistakes people make regarding meal-time supplications.
✅ Additional Sunnah etiquettes of eating for more blessings.
📖 ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ ٱلَّذِي أَطْعَمَنَا وَسَقَانَا وَجَعَلَنَا مِنَ ٱلْمُسْلِمِينَ
Alhamdu lillāhilladhī at‘amanā wa saqānā wa ja‘alanā minal muslimīn.
“All praise is due to Allah, who has fed us, given us drink, and made us Muslims.”
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) taught us that saying Alhamdulillah (all praise to Allah) after eating brings immense rewards.
The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
“Indeed, Allah is pleased with the servant who eats food and praises Him for it, or drinks a drink and praises Him for it.”
(Sahih Muslim 2734)
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:
“Whoever eats a meal and says, ‘Alhamdulillahilladhi at‘amani hatha wa razaqanihi min ghayri hawlin minni wa la quwwatin’ (All praise is due to Allah who has fed me this and provided it for me, without any power or strength of my own), his past sins will be forgiven.”
(Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3458, Hasan)
These authentic Hadiths show that reciting the dua after eating is not just about gratitude but also a way to gain Allah’s forgiveness and pleasure.
Islam encourages us to thank Allah for every blessing. Food is a basic necessity, yet millions around the world go hungry daily. Saying this dua after meals reminds us to appreciate our blessings and develop a habit of gratitude.
Regularly thanking Allah after meals invites barakah (divine blessings) into our food and sustenance. This results in physical health, financial stability, and increased provision.
As mentioned in the hadith from Tirmidhi, reciting a specific dua after eating wipes away past sins. This is an easy yet powerful way to seek Allah’s forgiveness.
A person who remembers Allah at every meal builds a strong connection with Him. This increases Iman and helps develop a conscious Islamic lifestyle.
Every time we follow a Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), we earn rewards for the Hereafter. By reciting the dua after eating, we are performing an act that our beloved Prophet (ﷺ) practiced daily.
🚫 1. Forgetting to Recite the Dua: Many people forget to thank Allah after meals, missing out on blessings and rewards.
🚫 2. Not Teaching Children This Sunnah: Parents should encourage kids to recite the dua after eating so that they grow up practicing Islamic etiquettes.
🚫 3. Only Saying “Alhamdulillah” Instead of the Full Dua: While saying Alhamdulillah is good, reciting the complete dua brings more blessings and fulfills the Sunnah.
🚫 4. Thinking Dua is Only for Special Meals: The dua after eating should be recited after every meal, whether big or small.
Islam provides a complete guide on eating habits. Following the Sunnah of eating ensures physical, spiritual, and mental well-being.
✅ Start with Bismillah (Dua Before Eating)
Before eating, say:
“Bismillah wa ‘ala barakatillah” (In the name of Allah and with the blessings of Allah).
✅ Eat with the Right Hand
The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
“Eat with your right hand, for indeed, Shaytan eats with his left hand.”
(Sahih Muslim 2020)
✅ Eat from the Side of the Plate
The Prophet (ﷺ) advised eating from the side closest to us rather than taking from the center of the dish.
✅ Avoid Wasting Food
Leaving food uneaten is discouraged in Islam. The Prophet (ﷺ) taught us to finish our meals completely and avoid excess.
✅ Drink Water in Three Sips
Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) used to drink water in three sips instead of gulping it all at once. This improves digestion and is a healthy habit.
✅ Sit While Eating
The Prophet (ﷺ) used to eat while sitting on the floor, which aids digestion and prevents overeating.
✅ Avoid Blowing on Hot Food
Islamic teachings discourage blowing on hot food or drinks. Instead, we should wait for it to cool naturally.
✅ Make Dua for the Host
If invited to a meal, it is Sunnah to pray for the host after eating:
اللَّهُمَّ بَارِكْ لَهُمْ فِيْمَا رَزَقْتَهُمْ وَاغْفِرْ لَهُمْ وَارْحَمْهُمْ
(O Allah, bless them in what You have provided them, forgive them, and have mercy on them.)
The dua after eating is a short but powerful supplication that brings blessings, forgiveness, and gratitude into our lives. As Muslims, we should make it a habit to recite this dua regularly and teach it to our children.
✅ Recite the dua after every meal to earn Allah’s pleasure & forgiveness.
✅ Following this Sunnah brings barakah (blessings) in food & health.
✅ Thanking Allah regularly increases gratitude & spiritual connection.
✅ Teach kids this dua to instill Islamic values from an early age.
🚀 Start implementing this Sunnah today! Share this knowledge with family & friends so they can benefit too.
It is not obligatory (fardh) but is a highly recommended Sunnah that should not be neglected.
If a person does not mention Bismillah, Shaytan partakes in the meal, according to hadith. Saying the remedial Dua (“Bismillah awwalahu wa akhirahu”) can correct this.
Yes, one can say it silently or aloud. Saying it aloud encourages others to follow the Sunnah, especially children.
Yes, children should be taught from a young age. A simple way is to say “Bismillah” before eating and encourage them to repeat it.
© Al Hamd Quran 2025
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